Max Fleischer's Superman: Secret Agent (1943) Director: Dave Fleischer Studio: Fleischer Studios / Paramount Pictures Starring: Bud Collyer (voice of Clark Kent / Superman), Joan Alexander (Lois Lane), Jackson Beck (narrator) Release Date: January 8, 1943 Runtime: 9 minutes Format: Technicolor | Mono | Sound | Animated Short | Superhero | Spy Country: United States Language: English Genres: Animation | Superhero | Action | Spy --- Summary: In Secret Agent, Lois Lane investigates mysterious sabotage attempts threatening national security. When she is kidnapped by enemy agents, Superman must uncover the spy ring’s plot and rescue Lois, all while thwarting a sinister plan that could endanger the entire country. --- Background: This episode marks the twelfth installment in the Fleischer Superman series, released during World War II. It reflects wartime themes of espionage and patriotism, blending thrilling action with timely storytelling. The animation remains as polished as ever, showcasing the Fleischer team’s talent. --- Trivia: Incorporates wartime espionage themes reflective of the early 1940s. Features intense action sequences involving espionage gadgets and daring rescues. Bud Collyer and Joan Alexander continued their iconic voice roles. The Fleischer Superman shorts influenced later superhero spy narratives in comics and animation. --- Hashtags: #SecretAgent #Superman #FleischerStudios #GoldenAgeAnimation #SpyThriller #BudCollyer #JoanAlexander #Technicolor #1940sCartoons #ClassicSuperhero #PublicDomain